We also had special prizes for using a specific software tool.

Special Prize

ABOUT

Why TeenHacks?

TeenHacks℠ is a charity high school civic hackathon by TeenHacks℠, an organization of teens in technologyfounded by Zachary Thomas Abraham, that will gather the innovators
of tomorrow and make their ideas for a better community a reality.
For 12 hours, learn about new technology, talk to industry professionals,
meet up with friends, and make new ones. Participate in workshops, learn from speeches,
and work with mentors from companies.The event is completely free! TeenHacks℠ is a high school hackathon in the Bay Area for students
by students says the TeenHacks℠ founder Zachary Thomas Abraham
who is passionate about Teens in Technology. We will have free food, swag, goodies, and more! Our goal is to support diversity,
innovation, and technology among high school students.TeenHacks℠ mission is to partner with non-profits to Hack for Good. In 2018 Hack for Good beneficiary is
an educational foundation,a NPO that mobilizes school students across U.S to enable college education around the globe.

Teen students are welcome

Students ages 12-18 can come, regardless of experience and there's no entry fee.

What to expect?

It's a 12 hour hackathon where you'll meet mentors from different companies, participate in workshops and
learn something new. We'll be providing food and snacks to keep you motivated during the 12-hour hackathon.
If you are passionate about helping your community and leverage technology to improve the way our community,
society, and government function come join us! Your work will unite different walks of society and enable users to take civic responsibility into their hands.
For example, tackle issues like preventing california wild fires or school shooting, voter turnout or develop tools to aid grassroots campaigns. Join your fellow teen designers, coders, students and more! This Hackathon is focused on civic tech and making community services better. We hack/build and learn together during this one day Hackathon.

Creativity/Innovation

Technical Difficulty

Impact/Usefulness

Presentations

FAQ

A hackathon is a 12-hour programming marathon where your ideas come to life. Over the course of the weekend, students from all backgrounds and all skill levels collaborate in teams of up to four to
something awesome. All participants must abide by the Code of Conduct.

No worries! This is the perfect time to learn how to code and all students, regardless of skill level and experience, are welcome. There will be plenty of mentors on hand glad to answer any and all questions and workshops specifically
designed for those with no prior experience. Stay tuned for information about workshops!

No worries! It is not uncommon for people to come into the hackathon without an already-formed group, but we'll make sure you're matched with the right people! We will have a team formation and ideation session the first night so everyone
can find the perfect team and come up with awesome ideas, so don't you worry first-time hackers!

Teams can be up to four people. While you may work as an individual, we highly encourage collaborating with others. If you don't have a team or need help finding one, make sure not to miss our team formation and ideation session on Saturday.